That's always a difficult one comparing players from different eras - but take a look at some of the footage of him on You Tube like the goal against Peru in 62(?) World Cup. :thumbsup: There were some pretty tough defenders around in his day and even if his record of nearly 1 goal per game wasn't always against the greatest opposition, he had it against the best.

Saw him last month at Stoke City for the Gordon Banks 'statue unveiling' and he looks in brilliant shape (no pun intended :whistling:) at 67. More than can be said for Maradona. Sadly Pele didn't take part in the Celebrity game!

Just got the book from Zavvi - thanks Op - translated from Portugiese - hope it makes sense. :)